9/9/08

Sponge vs Brush

Monica's question: When to use a sponge and when to use a brush?It all depends on what type of coverage you are going for. A sponge will give you more of a full coverage whereas a brush will, most of the time, be less. If I really want to pack color on my lid I will use the applicator instead of a brush. If I want a more natural look, not only will I use a brush but I won't use a base either. For foundations it is the same but you can still get great coverage with the 187 brush if you put on more. I hope that helps!!!

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Oh =). I don't think that there is ever a specific time that you HAVE to use one or the other. I have been using a sponge/applicator lately for lid work and a brush for the crease. If you have a brush that gives good push back (isn't loose or flimsy) then that is a good brush to put color all over your lid. I have also found with pigments that it is better to use an applicator.

For anyone wondering about sponge vs. brush when it comes to foundation... if using a liquid foundation I strongly suggest a foundation brush. Foundation brushes not only give great coverage and a nice finished look, they also save you foundation and $moolah$. Why? Sponges soak up the foundation making you use more to get the coverage you need, whereas with a brush you can use 1/2 the amount you would normally use to get your desired coverage. If you are using a spray on foundation however... you may want to go with a sponge to even everything out. Just a suggestion!